Research Associate – BARC

Maharashtra, India Posted Last verified

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Vacancies
Vacancies: 15
Employment Type
Employment Type: Contract, Full Time
Pay Scale
Pay Scale: ₹58,000 per month
Qualification
Qualification: Ph.D. in Agriculture, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Botany, Zoology, Soil Science, Plant Science, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Entomology, Life Sciences, Bioinformatics, Food Technology. Practical experience in molecular biology, bioinformatics, biochemistry, genetics and plant breeding, agricultural microbiology, entomology, pathology, soil science and biotechnological research. Knowledge and experience in data collection and analysis, usage of computer, and bioinformatics. Research publications relevant to the qualifications mentioned above.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Practical experience in molecular biology, bioinformatics, biochemistry, genetics and plant breeding, agricultural microbiology, entomology, pathology, soil science and biotechnological research. Knowledge and experience in data collection and analysis, usage of computer, and bioinformatics.
Application Mode
Application Mode: Offline
Deadline
Deadline:

BARC is inviting applications for 15 Research Associate (RA-I/RA-II/RA-III) positions for Research Project No. 22, focusing on Nuclear agriculture and food preservation. This role offers a monthly fellowship of ₹58,000 for RA-I, plus a contingency grant and HRA. Applicants with a Ph.D. in various agricultural and biological sciences, along with practical experience in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and related research, are encouraged to apply for this significant opportunity.

  • 15 vacancies available for Research Associate (RA-I/RA-II/RA-III) for Research Project No. 22.
  • Monthly fellowship of ₹58,000 for RA-I, plus annual contingency grant and HRA.
  • Requires a Ph.D. in Agriculture, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related fields.
  • Practical experience in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and agricultural research is essential.
  • The fellowship duration is a maximum of three years.

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Additional Salary Information

Fellowship of₹58,000/- p.m. plus Contingency Grant of ₹60,000/- per annum plus HRA as applicable for RA-I. Refer official notification for RA-II and RA-III pay.

Important Dates

Last Date for Receipt of Application 24/04/2026

Selection Process

Selection will be based on an interview.
Applications will be screened, and only screened candidates will be interviewed.
The level of fellowship (RA-I, RA-II, RA-III) will be decided by the interview committee based on: Quality of Ph.D. thesis, Post-Ph.D. research experience (publications, products/processes), and performance in the selection interview.

Application Fees

Refer official detailed notification

Reservation

Refer official detailed notification

How to Apply

  • Candidates must apply in the prescribed format with complete bio-data.
  • Attach one set of photocopies of mark-sheets, degree certificates (from SSC to M.E./M.Tech./Ph.D.), other academic credentials, and work experience.
  • Send the duly filled-in application to Deputy Establishment Officer, Recruitment-V, Central Complex, BARC, Trombay, Mumbai–400085.
  • Superscribe the Research Project No. on the envelope.
  • Apply separately for each research project with a separate set of documents.

Frequently Asked Questions

The fellowship for Research Associate (RA-I) is ₹58,000/- per month, along with a Contingency Grant of ₹60,000/- per annum and applicable HRA. Refer to the official notification for RA-II and RA-III fellowship details.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Agriculture, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Botany, Zoology, Soil Science, Plant Science, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Entomology, Life Sciences, Bioinformatics, or Food Technology.

There are 15 vacancies available for the Research Associate position under Research Project No. 22.